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BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
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BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $65,025 BMW 4-Series 428i | ||||||
| Difference: $30,150 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $59,920 BMW 4-Series 428i | ||||||
| Difference: $28,659 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 4-Series | 4-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 428i | 435i | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $48,750 | $54,900 | $86,950 | $110,800 | $151,350 | $219,850 |
| Base Invoice | $45,030 | $50,690 | $80,864 | $103,044 | $140,756 | $204,461 |
| Sport Line | 1,950 | 1,550 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 950 | 5,050 | |||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | 950 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,050 | 1,050 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||||
| LED headlights | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 750 | 750 | ||||
| Sport Line | 1,775 | 1,410 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 865 | 4,697 | |||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 865 | 865 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 955 | 955 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 910 | ||||
| LED headlights | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 698 | 698 | ||||
| Options (change) | 15,350 | 13,700 | 7,300 | 2,250 | 3,000 | 750 |
| Options (change) | 13,965 | 12,465 | 6,790 | 2,093 | 2,791 | 698 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $65,025 | $69,525 | $95,175 | $113,975 | $155,275 | $222,825 |
| Total Invoice | $59,920 | $64,080 | $88,579 | $106,062 | $144,472 | $207,384 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 4-Series 428i | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,415 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,183 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 4-Series | 4-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 428i | 435i | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $65,025 | $69,525 | $95,175 | $113,975 | $155,275 | $222,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,735 | -3,735 | -9,210 | -11,410 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $65,025 | $69,525 | $91,440 | $110,240 | $146,065 | $211,415 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,500 | $0 | $18,800 | $54,625 | $119,975 |
| Total Invoice | $59,920 | $64,080 | $88,579 | $106,062 | $144,472 | $207,384 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,476 | -3,476 | -8,569 | -10,619 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,920 | $64,080 | $85,103 | $102,586 | $135,903 | $196,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,160 | $0 | $17,483 | $50,800 | $111,662 |
Features Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 4-Series | 4-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 428i | 435i | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,840 | $5,840 | $9,575 | $9,575 | $15,050 | $17,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $3,735 | $3,735 | $9,210 | $11,410 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -3,476 | -3,476 | -8,569 | -10,619 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | 4-Series | SL |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 101.7 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 54.5 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,966 lb. | 3,827 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.8 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 428i
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 890 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 15% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 435i
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 890 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 31% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 39% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 39% |
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